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Preparing for a Tropical Storm with Companion Parrots

Tropical storms bring a host of challenges, particularly for pet owners. When you have companion parrots, preparation becomes even more critical due to their specific needs and sensitivities. Here’s a comprehensive guide to ensure the safety and well-being of your...

The 4th of July and Its Impact on Parrots: A Hidden Issue

The 4th of July, celebrated with grandeur across the United States, is a day filled with fireworks, barbecues, and patriotic displays. While the festivities bring joy to many, they can have unintended consequences for our avian companions, particularly parrots. These...

PBFD in Parrots

PBFD stands for Psittacine beak and feather disease, which is a viral disease that affects parrots and other birds in the order Psittaciformes. The virus that causes PBFD belongs to the family Circoviridae, and it attacks the cells in the beak and feather follicles of...

Common Captive Parrot Diseases to Worry About

As a parrot owner, it's important to be aware of common diseases that can affect captive parrots. Here are some of the most common diseases to watch out for: Psittacosis: Also known as parrot fever, this is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted to humans as...

About Cockatiel’s

Cockatiels are a species of small, long-tailed parrots native to Australia. They are popular as pets due to their playful and affectionate personalities, and their ability to mimic sounds and speech to some extent. Cockatiels are social birds that thrive on...

About Lovebirds…

Lovebirds are a type of small parrot that is native to the African continent. The name "lovebird" comes from these birds forming strong bonds with their mates, often sitting close together and preening on each other's feathers. The exact history of lovebirds is not...

About Goffin’s Cockatoos …

Goffin's Cockatoo also known as the Tanimbar Corella is a species of parrot native to the Tanimbar Islands in Indonesia. They are known for their playful and intelligent personalities, and their ability to mimic human speech and sounds. Goffin's Cockatoos are highly...

Hormones in domesticated parrots.

Domesticated parrots, like all animals, have a complex system of hormones that regulate their bodily functions and behavior. Hormones play a crucial role in the reproductive behavior of parrots, as well as in their social behavior and communication. One hormone that...

Corkie (RIP 4/1/21)

UPDATE: 4/1/21 Unfortunately Corkie passed away this morning. He fought hard but his little heart just wasn't strong enough. Not only did he have a bad leg deformity he also had a heart birth defect that we didn't know about. Corkie got to know what love was and lived...

Birds 101: Egg Binding

Egg-binding is a very serious and often fatal condition that affects female birds of breeding age. Since it's so important for egg-bound hens to receive prompt medical attention, you should know what signs and symptoms to look for. If left untreated, death can occur....
About Goffin’s Cockatoos …

About Goffin’s Cockatoos …

Goffin's Cockatoo also known as the Tanimbar Corella is a species of parrot native to the Tanimbar Islands in Indonesia. They are known for their playful and intelligent personalities, and their ability to mimic human speech and sounds. Goffin's Cockatoos are highly...

Hormones in domesticated parrots.

Domesticated parrots, like all animals, have a complex system of hormones that regulate their bodily functions and behavior. Hormones play a crucial role in the reproductive behavior of parrots, as well as in their social behavior and communication. One hormone that...

Corkie (RIP 4/1/21)

Corkie (RIP 4/1/21)

UPDATE: 4/1/21 Unfortunately Corkie passed away this morning. He fought hard but his little heart just wasn't strong enough. Not only did he have a bad leg deformity he also had a heart birth defect that we didn't know about. Corkie got to know what love was and lived...

Birds 101: Egg Binding

Egg-binding is a very serious and often fatal condition that affects female birds of breeding age. Since it's so important for egg-bound hens to receive prompt medical attention, you should know what signs and symptoms to look for. If left untreated, death can occur....

BIRDS 101: Bird Hormones, it’s Breeding Season!

I'm sure most of us know about bird breeding and their urge to breed. In this post, I will explain some hormonal things birds do during breeding season and how to prevent them. Things people do that make their birds hormonal: Petting on the back. This can cause any...

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